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50 Festive Holiday Activities in North Jersey North Jersey transforms into a magical wonderland during the holiday season, offering countless festive activities for all ages. From bustling holiday markets filled ...

NEW YORK - A Backroads Adventure: Abe’s Buggy Rides in Lancaster – a charming, memorable, and delightful journey through breathtaking scenery.

Lucas Hnath's A Doll's House – Part 2, is an exploration of the complexity of human emotions, discrete frailty, dreams, ambitions, freedom, and needs emanating from the configuration of the ...

Escape the city and uncover Scarsdale’s quiet magic—rich history, stunning architecture, top schools, and small-town charm. From word games at lunch to strolls past stately homes, this day trip blends ...

We started the A Nashville Food Tour at the Far Better Distillery, a small distillery where the owner is passionate about "moonshine." While I don't generally keep moonshine at home, ...

I attended the Global Woman Summit at The Hilton London Bridge Tower Hotel for what was to be A New Yorker's Long Weekend in London.

Cyprus is the third-largest and third-most populated island in the Mediterranean and is located south of Turkey, east of Greece, north of Egypt and west of Syria.

I recently took a three-day trip to Ontario, Canada, to visit The African Lion Safari and then Niagra Falls. Furthermore, I must admit that it was way too long a distance to do in ...

NEW YORK - Amish Dining: A Tasty Adventure at Katie’s Kitchen, memorable, charming with simple, honest fare.

I arrived in Amman, Jordan, on a tour two days before the war between Israel and Gaza broke out. You can imagine the shock that I was in when I ...

On Day 5 of my NCL cruise on the Norwegian Star to Antarctica, we began to find ourselves closer to one of our planet's coldest and least populated continents. The ...

Aquatic Adventures: Kayaking And Paddleboarding In NYC - a wonderful opportunity to explore and appreciate New York City in a whole new light.

At Balthazar French Café I started with Avian water and the Friseé aux Lardons with chicory salad with a warm bacon shallot vinaigrette.

Rating  4.6/5 Beginning this installment of Behind the Notes with Maestro Raffaele Livio Ponti, Maestro Ponti welcomed everyone, and before getting to the music set for March 6, described ...

A trip would have to be closer and national, so Oahu, Hawaii, was our choice, previously written about in my book.

This well-crafted pictorial collection features some of the magnificent Birds of Florida. Enjoy the beauty and grace of these breathtaking intimate portraits, and the next time you are in Florida, ...

Attentive and friendly serving staff brought fresh bread with olive oil and drinks almost immediately, seating was comfortable and quiet. Everything was cooked perfectly and delicious.

Cape Coral hosts many pleasant surprises. Some friends and I recently spent a pleasant evening at Nemo's Sports Bistro at Bowland in Cape Coral. Along with a bowling alley brimming ...

PARIS - Brazilian Jazz at Le Bab Ilo in Paris, a warm, comfortable space with great music

The Bryant Park Grill next to the New York Public Library hosts a great menu and both indoor and outdoor seating.

Christmas Lights Spectacular: NYC Edition - Immerse yourself in NYC’s holiday lights and landmarks, from Rockefeller Center to Bryant Park. Enjoy festive activities, captivating decor, and seasonal cheer in this ...

Cotenna is known for some of the finest Italian dishes in town and renowned for its burrata and pasta. They boast a long list of wines as well as a ...

Day Trip Delights: 5 Charming Towns Near NYC - pack your bags, gather your friends or family, and set out on an unforgettable adventure

It was a great meal and tour! We learned about the Chinese Gangs and Mafia Dons and what became of them. We walked to Washington Square Park and learned about ...

Dodgers Food City Advantage Over Yankees, the ultimate choice for food-loving baseball fans.

Cuban food is a marvelous benefit of visiting South Florida. We’ve been to a few Cuban restaurants and keep returning to El Tropical in Cape Coral. They serve fresh, delicious ...

 A Unique Blend of Science, Puppetry, and Magic Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo is unlike anything you or your family have ever had the pleasure of viewing. It is a fast-paced science ...

I continually hear former Northeasterners and Chicagoites asking for recommendations on where to find hot pastrami and rye bread, babka, and blintzes, like those served at the Second Avenue Deli ...

We bought a few bottles of the Woodford Reserve Distillery Series, one of the nine bourbons on our search. Next, we had a few drinks at the outdoor bar; the ...

The last leg of my Jordan trip was from Petra to the Dead Sea. We stopped in Madaba and Mount Nebo on our drive to the area. Madaba was our ...

Houston, Texas has seen a lot of growth in recent years and today has a population exceeding two million. Hotel Zaza is located in the heart of Houston's famed museum ...

Discover the amazing Iconic Images Art Gallery while seeing for yourself every picture, painting, and song in the gallery that tells a treasured story.

Intriguing describes the stunning blonde Nancy Ardolino and the alluring brunette AnnMarie Zecca who travel to places worldwide with names like Estepona, Anegada, and Yosemite.

NEW YORK - Inspiration and Sweet Adventures at Hershey Park while uncovering the inspiring story of Milton Hershey, while enjoying a sweet ride through the chocolate-making process.

The theme of the evening, if there was one, was “Let’s See What Happens.” And what happened at the New York Irish Center was a fusion of Irish and Brazilian Samba ...

NEW YORK - Law and Order Special Victims Unit celebrating 25 years and filming in Rockefeller Center!

Los Cabos Cantina delivered a Classic Taco with carnitas and beef with street corn, yellow rice, coleslaw, and seasonal vegetables.

Rating  4.6/5 It was time to head out of dodge, so I booked a one-day trip to Lancaster, Pennsylvania. I chose Lancaster because the main event was lunch at ...

Discover the magic of Christmas in New York with 20 must-do activities, from skating at Rockefeller Center to holiday markets!

I chose a walking tour of Stanley (aka Port Stanley), the capital city of the Falkland Islands. Stanley is located on the island of East Falkland, on a north-facing slope ...

Manhattan's Lost Buildings: A Journey Through Demolished Landmarks-cultivating a deeper appreciation for Manhattan, a city forever in flux but still anchored in its remarkable history.

A delicious dining experience with attentive staff and great ambiance. The North End is a fabulous place to explore and should be part of your itinerary for experiencing the rich ...

Maytag Virgin gradually, elaborately, and poignantly unfolds in an assiduously crafted literary effusion. It’s a dreamscape in which we sense loss tempered by hope.

Our first stop in Morocco and The Sahara Desert was the city of Rabat, where we stayed at the miraculously charming Villa Mandarine.

Just north of the Queensborough Bridge in Manhattan I recently discovered the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden while hurrying to an appointment on East 68th Street. Once I saw ...

Between the approach of the Ides of March and St. Patrick’s Day, it seemed the perfect time to leave town. I signed up for a one-day bus trip to Nellie’s ...

Nicosia: Journeying Through History and Culture in Cyprus, where Greek and Turkish cultures coexist as you discover historical sites, bustling markets, and a journey of resilience.

Petralunga is an Italian brand specializing in contemporary gourmet pizza, Mediterranean cuisine, and cocktails. Founded by Italian restaurateurs, this concept ultimately made its home in Miami. The goal of this ...

The museum hosts splendid indoor and outdoor spaces with a fabulous restaurant. Its exhibits are wonderfully curated, rich, and diverse. You'll want to visit when you're in Boston.

It was a delight to attend this event. The renowned Carnegie Hall Weill Music Institute program was founded in 2003 and has since, through the arts, touched the lives of ...

The Punta Gorda Symphony led by Maestro Raffaele Livio Ponti enthralled a packed house at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center. Guest soloist, award-winning, renowned, and gifted violinist Sirena Huang delivered ...

Today the audience was treated to a series of works spanning from the Renaissance to modern musical theater. An affable Ming Gao eloquently introduced each piece, describing its characteristics, features, ...

Guston and Ross Feld met after Guston read a review Feld had written of his latest exhibition. It was not received well, and Feld had praised it, seemingly understanding Guston's ...

Rooftop Drive-In Orchestra Classical Concerts, a refreshing escape, a chance to experience the city’s pulse from a new perspective.

Rumrunners in Cape Coral fits the bill if you’re looking for harborside dining with outdoor seating options and a hearty seafood menu. They also host a wide selection of tropical ...

Sagra Pizza Bar stands-out food for their thin-crust Roman-style pies, which are made in the outdoor space of their restaurant in an imported Italian Valoriani traditional oven. The pizzas are ...

Discover Santa’s Winter Wonderland in NYC – a magical holiday event filled with festive cheer, iconic landmarks, and unforgettable memories!

We took in more of Amman the next day, and it was time for an even more exciting adventure at Saraya Rum Luxury Camp. It was off to Wadi Rum, ...

Montevideo’s merchants played an important part in securing Uruguayan independence. From 1807 to 1830, Montevideo was occupied by British, Spanish, Argentine, Portuguese, and Brazilian forces, and its trade population declined. ...

Now, you've got to understand something about New York City—and I mean really understand it, not just nod your head like you're listening to your Aunt Mildred explain her bunion ...

The other day, I joined a group of friends to experience Tea Around Town. We met the Tea Around Town bus across the street from 11 West 42nd Street on ...

The Mermaid Parade pays tribute to a century of Coney Island ingenuity, revelry, and pageantry by celebrating the artistic vision of the masses. With everything from a crowned King Neptune ...

The Edison Ford Winter Estates and Museum are jewels of southwest Florida. The museum showcases memorabilia highlighting the successes of two of America's industrialists, Thomas Edison and Henry Ford.

NEW YORK -  The Global Woman Club meets at New York’s CORE Club to address current issues, goals, and future events.

In Freedom Plaza, artist Bruce Munro crafted a Light Field that is a gentle pageantry of glowing synesthesia enveloped by buildings on three sides and open to the expansive view ...

Ponti raised his baton, and the concert began with Rossini’s Overture to his comic opera L’ltaliana in Algeri (1813), a welcome melodramatic departure to the years of austere opera serie ...

NEW YORK - The Smith Restaurant and Birthday Surprise at the Fragrance Shop New York, perfect for celebrating a birthday or spending an afternoon with friends or family!

I booked a 14-day cruise on the Norwegian Star with an itinerary that began in Buenos Aires, where I boarded the ship. From there, it was on to Montevideo, Uruguay, ...

It was Day 7 on my NCL Cruise to Antarctica, and yes, we’re getting closer. When I was ten years old in Brooklyn, I remember reading a book called The ...

The Erie Canal was undoubtedly one of the most important transportation routes in the early history of our country.

Top NYC Events You Can't Miss in November - With the abundance of activities, you’ll soon see why New York is the city that never sleeps and never ceases to ...

After leaving Bowland and Nemo's Cafe, we crossed the parking lot and discovered Tropical Breeze Fun Park, home of the world's longest hole. As a reporter on a mission to ...

Two Meatballs in the Kitchen features as a delicious starter Mama’s Meatballs consisting of three veal, beef, and pork traditionally made meatballs topped with ricotta and parmesan cheese swimming in ...

NEW YORK - Unveiling the Masterful Artistry of Pencilworks Studio is a celebration of extraordinary talent

Part of the tour’s fun was our visit to the Estacion Pinguinos de Magallanes. The Magellanic penguin (Spheniscus magellanicus) is a South American penguin bred in coastal Patagonia, Argentina, Chile, ...

With this trip, my affection for Vermont is refortified. I look forward to another weekend of peaceful bliss in this heavenly place.

Our first day of visiting Williamsport and Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon began in a quiet town with hardly a soul or dog on the street.

On my trip to Jordan, after my one night in Wadi Rum, it was off to Petra, Jordan. I had yet to learn what Petra was about, but knew it ...